BBQ Dragon heats up the grill, fireplace or campfire

Spring weather fuels many desires — including the desire to grill outdoors. If only it didn't take so long to fire up the charcoal. Enter the BBQ Dragon, a cordless device that promises to speed up the process. Made to clip onto a grill, the device delivers enough oxygen to help turn stubborn briquettes into red-hot ones. Designed with a gooseneck, a clip and a micro-USB port, the portable device can be set up to work on a grill, a fireplace or even a campfire. Powered by rechargeable AA batteries, or in a pinch, regular AA batteries, the device costs about $50. (www.bbqdragon.com)

EXTEND THE REACH OF WI-FI

Wi-Fi gadgets that transform traditional speakers into wireless ones provide a handy solution for audio fans who like to mix the old with the new. One such option, the ROCKI Play, can be plugged directly into an audio jack. The Wi-Fi-enabled dongle and included app can then be set to stream audio from various devices, including PCs, Macs and smartphones. The cost? About $50. (myrocki.com)

BETTER TO SWITCH THAN FIGHT

Bluetooth speakers are great until you change your mind. You wanted to play a tune on your iPhone, but now a friend wants to share his song. What to do? With Grace Digital's 3Play Bluetooth Audio Receiver, you can easily switch from your phone to another phone to yet another phone. The portable Bluetooth device can be connected to three devices — including your car's audio — at the same time, so you don't have to deal with annoying reconnections. The handy device can also store info for up to seven devices, making it a great tool for families or friends who like to share music. Equipped with a built-in battery, the device delivers about seven hours of audio on one charge. It costs about $100. (www.gracedigitalaudio.com)

HEADPHONES GO WIRELESS

Forget about the noise. Sony's new wireless noise canceling headphones minimize audio distractions while delivering crisp sounds. The MDR-ZX750BN Bluetooth headphones can be connected wirelessly to your tablet or smartphone. Equipped with 40mm drivers, the headphones can be set for four listening modes: Bluetooth, Digital Noise Canceling, Bluetooth plus Digital Noise Canceling, and Passive mode (No batteries required). Priced at about $200, the headphones include an integrated microphone, a rechargeable battery and an audio cable.(www.sony.com)